Hot Springs Hotels in Hokkaido, Japan

"At first glance, the hotel surprised me with its traditional environment. Everything is covered with tatami, even the aisles and the entrance. The in-room wooden bathtub, as well as the public and private onsens, were awesome—I really enjoyed soaking in them. The only disadvantage was the food; while the plating and portions were excellent, the taste could've been better. Also their snack bar was quite frugal."

"I can’t recommend this hotel enough – it was one of the highlights of our Hokkaido trip! The free shuttle bus service to and from Sapporo Station (both ways) made everything so convenient. No need to worry about taxis or public transport after a long day – just hop on and relax. Super thoughtful and saved us a lot of hassle. The decoration is beautifully traditional Japanese style – think elegant tatami rooms, shoji screens, and that authentic ryokan vibe. It felt very calming and immersive right from check-in. The onsen is absolutely superb! The water quality is excellent, the facilities are clean and well-maintained, and the views (especially the outdoor bath) are stunning – so relaxing after exploring Sapporo or Jozankei area. One of the best onsen experiences I’ve had. Breakfast buffet was a real treat: fresh Hokkaido ingredients shine through, with amazing seafood (uni, salmon roe, sashimi-grade fish), local veggies, and high-quality dishes. Everything tasted super fresh and delicious – perfect way to start the day. They even offer free hot wine and sparkling wine service in the evenings – such a nice touch! We really enjoyed sipping while unwinding. Honestly, I can’t say enough good things. Great value, authentic atmosphere, top-notch onsen, and thoughtful extras. Highly recommended! 🌸♨️"

"We were pleasantly surprised to find a hot spring bath in our hotel room, though I'm not sure if all rooms have one! The surrounding area is beautiful. Right next to the hotel, there's ziplining, tree trekking, and fishing, which is super convenient. In the evening, you can enjoy the mountain lights. It's also easy to drive to the city for dinner and grocery shopping; it only takes about 8 minutes."

"The hotel is easily accessible, about a 20-meter walk to the right from the North Shinchi station exit, which you can reach by walking underground from Umeda station. Alternatively, you can take the train to Yodoyabashi station and enjoy a scenic walk, passing through a small section of Nakanoshima, which takes about 8 minutes. This time, I stayed for 7 nights. I had a late-night check-in due to a delay, and I'm very grateful to the friendly front desk staff, a young man with a Northeastern Chinese accent who spoke Chinese. He was incredibly helpful, even though my registration ultimately didn't go through. My assigned room was also very satisfactory. This was my second visit, so I'm quite familiar with the surroundings and facilities. The area around Umeda is fantastic for shopping and dining, with several well-known establishments within a 10-minute walk. My only regret is still not getting to try the famous ramen shop across from the hotel. It opens at 10:00 PM, and by then, I'm usually too full to eat. The communal bath here is one of the smaller ones among the Montenapoleone hotels, with just one hot tub and 7-8 shower stalls. However, all other amenities are present. The coffee and mini-bar next to the front desk are available after 11:00 AM, and the quality is decent. One small disappointment this stay was that the room no longer provided facial cleansers and lotions, which were available during my visit last month."

"The king-size room was incredibly tiny. With the bed in place, there was hardly any room for luggage; I had to put my suitcase on the narrow table by the window, otherwise, I couldn't even walk around. The staff was quite cold; when I tried to ask about the laundry room, before I could even finish my sentence, he quickly waved his hand and said it wasn't his responsibility. Breakfast was good, with the Japanese options being much richer than the Western ones."

"The room facilities are a bit old, but the Japanese do an excellent job with hotel maintenance, so the accommodation environment is still acceptable. We booked two rooms and were assigned 101/102, the innermost rooms on the lowest floor. After staying for three days, we noticed that all the guests on the first floor were Chinese, while Japanese and Western guests were on the higher floors (7th-8th). Even though the first floor is also on a hillside, it still felt a bit like we were being treated differently. The English proficiency of the front desk staff is limited, so be prepared with a translation app for check-in or when you need assistance; it will make things faster and more efficient. There's a lounge that always offers coffee and ice cream desserts, which is nice, and the kids loved it."